{"id":221,"date":"2024-04-15T15:18:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-15T15:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dpsmilecenter.com\/blog\/?p=221"},"modified":"2024-05-30T15:31:54","modified_gmt":"2024-05-30T15:31:54","slug":"is-transitioning-to-dental-implants-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dpsmilecenter.com\/blog\/2024\/04\/15\/is-transitioning-to-dental-implants-worth-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Transitioning from Dentures to Dental Implants Worth It?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dpsmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/AdobeStock_538328583__1717082496_84035-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dpsmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/AdobeStock_538328583__1717082496_84035-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dpsmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/AdobeStock_538328583__1717082496_84035-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dpsmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/AdobeStock_538328583__1717082496_84035.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You might\u2019ve chosen dentures as your missing tooth replacement for a number of reasons. They\u2019re relatively simple to use, easy to understand, and are less expensive than some other replacement options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, as you probably already know, dentures also have some characteristics that make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpsmilecenter.com\/implant-restoration.html\">dental implants<\/a> seem attractive. Whether you\u2019re considering a transition because your dentures slip out of place, don\u2019t give you the chewing power you want, or are just plain tedious, keep reading. This is what you should know about making the switch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Evaluating Your Dental Implant Transition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your experience in going from dentures to dental implants largely depends on your unique situation. Some patients only need a few implants, which makes their transition very different from the patient who will need a bone graft. Consulting with your dentist will give you a more detailed idea of what your specific journey will look like, but there are a few facts that can help you evaluate the option in the meantime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The health benefits of dental implants are overwhelmingly positive. They boast a 95% success rate, meaning that as long as you follow your dentist\u2019s recommendations, your chances of developing complications post-placement are slim. Your dental implants will also preserve your bone mass, so if you do need a bone graft, you\u2019ll likely only need it once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recovery After Switching to Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no reason to sugarcoat it &#8211; the recovery period for dental implants is long. Your dentist will want to make sure your jawbone has time to integrate with your implants before you start eating the crunchy, chewy foods you love. Depending on the extent of your implants, you could be waiting between six months to one year for your teeth to feel fully normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If a miniscule menu is your major gripe with traditional dentures, though, the wait is worth it. Dental implants give you 70% of your natural chewing power, while your dentures are only giving you 30%. So another way of looking at it is you\u2019re only waiting one year to be able to eat almost anything you want for a lifetime!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cleaning Dentures Vs. Cleaning Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dental cleaning routine will have to change quite a bit with dental implants. You\u2019re probably used to taking your dentures out for a meticulous scrubbing, and then dropping them into their special cleaning solution overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, often the point of dental implants is that they don\u2019t come out. Unless you opt for a removable denture-implant hybrid, all you\u2019ll really need to do is brush and floss as if they were normal teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some aspects of transitioning to dental implants that are less than convenient. If you need a bone graft to make the switch, you\u2019ll have to endure more waiting before you can even get to the year-long dental implant recovery time. However, this replacement option is popular for a reason. Once your jawbone has integrated with the implants, you\u2019ll be able to eat more food with less discomfort \u2013 and with half the maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re thinking that transitioning from dentures to dental implants would be totally worth it, give your dentist a call! They\u2019ll be happy to get you started with a consultation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dr. Dan Passidomo practices at <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpsmilecenter.com\/contact-us.html\"><em>Daniel J. Passidomo, DMD Cosmetic &amp; Family Dentistry<\/em><\/a><em> in Centerville. As an active member of the community, he cares for his patients and provides them with a quality care experience. If you\u2019re considering dental implants, give the office a call at 937-886-9935. Dr. Passidomo will gladly consult with you!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You might\u2019ve chosen dentures as your missing tooth replacement for a number of reasons. They\u2019re relatively simple to use, easy to understand, and are less expensive than some other replacement options. However, as you probably already know, dentures also have some characteristics that make dental implants seem attractive. 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